http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_sun.gifFrom December thru May, it is sunny with dry tropical weather and an average temperature of 86°F.http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/main_dest_lir_1.jpgCosta Rica/GuanacasteNo Artificial Ingredients! Orchids bloom and toucans preen their feathers in treetops above the dense rainforest... Sun glistens over a volcanic sand beach and a troop of Howler monkeys prance from branch to branch. You are there, flying from platform to platform in a harness from the highest tree (The Canopy Tour) or lazing in a hot spring below Arenal Volcano. Yes, it's a beach vacation, but you'll need your binoculars and sneakers-for it's a jungle out there! Please Note: The ONLY ACCEPTABLE proof of citizenship for persons travelling to Costa Rica is VALID U.S. Passport only. Birth certificate and photo ID are not accepted and you will be denied boarding.http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/map_dest_lir.jpgParadisus Playa ConchalAll-InclusiveThis exquisite first class resort is set amid 900 acres of lush tropical greenery fronting the most beautiful white sand beach in...G5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_200175paa_t.jpgFiesta Premier Resort & SpaAll-InclusiveFiesta Premier Resort & Spa is an All-Inclusive resort located on Costa Rica's magnificent Pacific Coast, the unspoiled Gulf of...A5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_200173paa_t.jpgOccidental Grand PapagayoAll-InclusiveGuanacaste - This beautiful All-Inclusive hotel is situated on a hillside offering spectacular views of the sea. For a fun-filled...A5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_210362paa_t.jpgAllegro PapagayoAll-InclusiveEnter the hillside lobby to a panoramic view so beautiful you will grab your camera. This modern resort that opened only last...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_211186paa_t.jpgBarcelo Playa Langosta Resort & CasinoAll-InclusiveThis small and personal resort with only 90 rooms is located on Tamarindo Bay and nearby Vida Silvestre Refuge and Las Baulas...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_210489paa_t.jpgFlamingo Beach ResortWelcome to Flamingo Beach Resort, one of Costa Rica 's premier beach vacation resorts. Our beautiful resort is known for its...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_212294paa_t.jpgGiardini PapagayoLocated on the cliffs of Papagayo Bay, facing the Pacific Ocean with a long curve of beach. The Cactus Bar and casual, open-air...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_211375paa_t.jpgNakuti PapagayoFirst year brought rave reviews! This small resort caters to those looking for something special, in an intimate setting....A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_211376paa_t.jpgVillas Sol ResortA New Inclusive Program. The dramatic setting says it all! Cliffside location with a panoramic view of the ocean and splendid ...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_210385paa_t.jpgEco Lodge & Beach Combo3 Nights Eco-Lodge, 4 Nights Beach----- A truly unique experience, a cozy lodge, in a beautiful setting Northeast of arenal...A3http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lir_211379paa_t.jpg$68.00 per person- The Tenorio Volcano Conservation Area provides the most incredible sights of a rainforest. During a hike of approximately 2-3 hours a naturalist guide will explain the most interesting facts on wildlife, exotic flowers, ferns and ancestral trees. Most exciting is a walk over four hanging bridges amid the greenery. Approx. 8 hrs.$75.00 per person- In this nature hike through the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, you will find bubbling mud, steamy sulfur water ponds and fumaroles, while you explore the 1-1/2 miles of trails in the jungle. During the walk, the guide describes all the secrets of nature and will search for the animals that make this park their home. Monkeys, toucans, deer and coatis are easily spotted. Approx. 8 hrs.$75.00 per person- A wildlife sanctuary where scientists and biologists from all over the world gather to explore the rich and abundant ecosystem which combines, rivers, mangroves and dry forest. Aboard a cruise you'll make your way along the Tempisque River, where thousands of birds migrate and one can see alligators, monkeys and iguanas. Approx. 8 hrs.Car Type Daily /Weekly------Toyota Yaris Sedan (automatic transmission) $42 $249, Daihatsu Terios 4x4 (manual transmission) $52 $243,Mitsubishi Outlander (automatic transmission) $62 $349,All vehicles come with cell phone, calling card of 2000 colones, maps, free mileage, roadside assistance and free drop -off any hotel in Guanacaste. Must be booked 14 days in advance. Insurance paid directly by the passenger to the car rental agency: $18 per day and a deducible of $750 or $23 per day with no deductible. Request and pay when booking.$50.00 per person- 100% Adrenaline Rush! Truly the most unique and awesome experience, which will get your heart pumping. Travel on a cable line (840 meters) strapped in a harness, through the tops of ancestral trees from platform to platform. Feel the pleasure of free movement through nature, like a bird in flight and who knows, you might even meet a howler monkey along the way! Half-day tour including a/c transportation, english-speaking guide, lunch, canopy ride and entrance fee.$110.00 per person. One of the most majestic 'active' volcanoes rises about Coter Rainforest Reserve, with an amazing eco system. A naturalist will introduce you to a world of exotic plants, brightly marked parrots and more beauty on a 45-minute walk. Enjoy an afternoon of luxurious bathing in steamy rivers and pools stemming from the volcano, amid a Garden of Eden. Don't miss this one! Approx. 12 hrs.A$79.00 per person- A peaceful raft ride, paddling and floating down the Tenorio River, where incredible birds include the snowy egret, tricolored heron, roseate spoonbill, black headed trogon, turquoise browed motmot, and boat bill heron. The tropical flora along the river is the perfect background for this unforgettable and unique tour. Approx. 7 hrs.Travel to and from Costa Rica/Guanacaste uses the LIR - Liberia Airport.Departure taxes are generally $20.00 USIn order to rent a car, you must have a valid American or international driver's license, be at least twenty-five years old, and have a Visa or MasterCard with enough credit to cover the total cost of the rental (you should also check with your credit card company in order to find out whether or not you can be insured if you pay with your credit card in Costa Rica). Renting a car in Costa Rica is expensive, approximately $320 a week for a compact; perhaps double that for a four wheel drive. The price includes insurance. Fuel is not expensive, around $10 to fill a compact car, $20 for four wheel drive ( most of the rental cars are stick-shift).The currency in Costa Rica/Guanacaste is the Costa Rican Colon (about 287.2 to US$).Travelers to Costa Rica must have a VALID U.S. Passport to enter the country. Birth certificate and photo ID are not accepted and will result in denied boarding.If a child is traveling with only one parent, that parent must show the Patronato Nacional de la Infancia a passport and a letter written by the husband or wife (translated into Spanish) stating that he or she agrees to allow the child to remain in Costa Rica for a specific period of time. If a child is coming to Costa Rica without his or her parents, you must contact the nearest Costa Rican Embassy or consulate and request a notarized permit.A 10% service charge is automatically added to the bill, an extra 5% is optional if service is good.Applicants require passports, a bilingual lawyer (can obtain lawyer through hotel), birth certificate, police record, & affidavit of single status. The lawyer needs info concerning line of work or professional degrees, parent names & a sworn statement.